Top 17 Learning and development Jobs in Yakima, Wa

Human Resources & Development Specialist
Yakima Valley Libraries —Yakima, WA
- $32.88 - $43.14 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Public speaking
HR Manager - Yakima, WA
Smurfit Westrock —Yakima, WA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
7Brew Sr Training and NSO Leader
MOTLEY 7 BREW LLC —Yakima, WA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- 5 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
Quick Apply
7d
HR Generalist II
Legendary Fruit —Wapato, WA
- $83,000 - $89,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
14d
NEO Trainer
Kittitas Interactive Management —Yakima, WA
- $19 an hour
- Word processing
- Basic math
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
3d
Classroom/Kitchen Aide - Early Learning Center
Educational Service District 105 —Yakima, WA
- $18.12 - $19.24 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health insurance
Training & Development Coordinator-TERO
Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation —Toppenish, WA
- From $26.94 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Director Distribution Learning & Innovation
Horace Mann —United States
- $105,200 - $147,950 a year
- Full-time
- Children
- Travel
- Organizational skills
Quick Apply
3h

More jobs to discover

Find similar jobs that you might be interested in.

Innovative and growing Pain Management Group is looking to hire a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Eastern WA area! Open to New Graduates! (ENPLWPRI)
Millennium Med Search —Washington State
Advance Practice provider will be serving patients in rural communities within Ritzville, WA and surrounding areas - mileage will be reimbursed.
HR Coordinator
Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington —Yakima, WA
Valid Washington State driver’s license and required minimum liability insurance for WA State. High school diploma and professional HR certification (PHR or…
$31.00 - $36.50 an hour

Show more similar jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Corporate Human Resources Director- Worthington, Ohio
Interim HealthCare —Worthington, OH
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
Quick Apply
5d
Corporate Human Resources Director- Worthington, Ohio
Interim HealthCare —Columbus, OH
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
Quick Apply
5d

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for learning and development in yakima, wa

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

learning and development jobs near yakima, wa

Trainer jobs in Yakima, WA

Human Resources Manager jobs in Yakima, WA

Human Resources Specialist jobs in Georgia

Human Resources Specialist jobs in San Juan, PR

Human Resource Assistant jobs in Detroit, MI

Human Resources jobs in Rhode Island

Human Resources jobs in Baltimore, MD

Hr Human Resources jobs in Chula Vista, CA

Human Resources Specialist jobs in Spartanburg, SC

Human Resources Specialist jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Ai Trainer jobs in San Francisco, CA

Personal Fitness Trainer jobs in Long Island, NY

Personal Trainer jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Corporate Trainer jobs in Maryland

Athletic Trainer jobs in Austin, TX

Personal Trainer jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

Athletic Trainer jobs in Chicago, IL

Human Resources Manager jobs in Modesto, CA

Hvac Manager jobs in San Antonio, TX

Human Resources jobs in Monmouth County, NJ

Human Resources & Development Specialist

Yakima Valley Libraries -
Yakima, WA

Apply Now

Job Details

Full-time
$32.88 - $43.14 an hour

Qualifications

Confidential information handling
Program design
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
FMLA
Regulatory compliance
HR legal compliance
Project management
Public library experience
Data interpretation
SharePoint
Employment law in talent management
Technical Proficiency
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

Join Yakima Valley Libraries as our Human Resources and Development Specialist!

Yakima Valley Libraries is seeking a Human Resources and Development Specialist for a full-time (32 hours per week) position. In this role, you'll help shape the employee experience by leading onboarding, training, and professional development initiatives that support employee success and organizational growth. Working closely with the Human Resources Manager, you'll help attract, develop, and retain talent by coordinating learning opportunities, strengthening leadership capabilities, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Bargaining Unit: No

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. However, they are not to be construed as exclusive or all–inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may also be required or assigned.

Staff Development & Training: Design and implement a learning solution for staff at all levels of the organization: from staff onboarding, development, management and leadership to customer service, and work culture.

Program Evaluation: Collect, analyze, and report performance and learning metrics to measure the impact of learning and development initiatives.

Policy Development and Interpretation: Assists the Human Resources Manager in developing and interpreting goals, objectives, policies, and procedures within the framework of the library’s mission.

Policy Review and Recommendations: Reviews and recommends updates to human resources and staff development policies and procedures. Disseminates approved changes to YVL staff.

Legal Compliance: Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and library policies.

Recruitment and Equal Employment Opportunity: Assists with employee recruitment, including advertising positions, screening resumes, and conducting interviews when needed. Promotes equal employment opportunities.

Training Retention: Maintains training documentation, completion records, and compliance tracking required by internal audits.

Personnel and Benefits Management: Helps maintain personnel files and employee benefit information.

Employee Support and Policy Explanation: Assists employees with personnel and benefits issues, explaining policies and resolving problems.

Benefits Administration: Assists in administering enrollments, changes, and annual open enrollment for employee benefits when needed.

HR Information System (HRIS) Maintenance: Assists in maintaining the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and ensures it meets regulatory requirements.

Compensation Administration: Assists in the administration of wages, salaries, benefits, and other forms of compensation.

Leave Administration: Assists in administering FMLA, PFML, and other required leave programs.

Budgeting: Assists in monitoring and managing the training and development budget.

Relationship Building: Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff, the public, and outside organizations.

Professional Development and Trends: Participates in professional associations, reads professional journals, and stays updated on trends in staff development and human resources management.

Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, or a related field.
Two (2) years of experience in organizational and staff development program implementation and project management.
Two (2) years of public library experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years of human resources experience.
Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS).

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

Human Resources Knowledge: Proficient in public sector HR management, including policies, procedures, and benefits administration.

Legal Knowledge: Understanding state and federal labor laws, including FMLA and PFML, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and relationship-building.

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement solutions.

Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and maintain composure under stress.

Technology Proficiency: Strong computer skills, including HRIS systems and intermediate Microsoft Office Suite skills (SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel).

Interpersonal Skills: Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff, public, and outside organizations.

Confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding employee matters and library operations.

Detailed Oriented and Accurate: Ability to focus on small elements with high precision, quality, and accuracy.

These competencies highlight the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the role, focusing on key areas essential for success in the position.

Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Compensation and Benefits

The pay for this position spans from $32.88 - $43.14 an hour, to reflect experience and years of service.
Yakima Valley Libraries offers many benefits. Please visit our site for more information: https://www.yvl.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/benefits/

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

learning and development jobs in yakima, wa

Human Resources & Development Specialist

HR Manager - Yakima, WA

7Brew Sr Training and NSO Leader

HR Generalist II

NEO Trainer

Classroom/Kitchen Aide - Early Learning Center

Training & Development Coordinator-TERO

Director Distribution Learning & Innovation

More jobs to discover

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for learning and development in yakima, wa

Explore jobs in more locations

Join Yakima Valley Libraries as our Human Resources and Development Specialist!

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected